Math Art II

Math or art? How about both! JCSD Middle School math students used their creative talents as they studied composite area. According to Cuemath.com, “The area of composite shapes is defined as the area covered by any composite shape. A composite shape is made up of basic shapes put together. Thus, the area of the composite shape is found by individually adding all the basic shapes.”

The students in Ms. Sandlin’s 6th grade math class were tasked with the idea of using different colored Post-It notes in order to create a picture. Then, they had to find the area for each color used and the total composite area. These Post-It Note Picassos set the bar high. The images they created include a city, Spiderman, and a Siberian Tiger.

Not only did this activity tie into the curriculum, but it also allowed students to tap into their creative sides and take ownership of their work. This is the type of lesson that students will remember when they’re 90!